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Keratin
Aileen Morissette
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What organ system blocks the entrance of pathogens into the body and prevents the loss of water from the body?
The integumentary system (skin) blocks the entrance of pathogens and prevents the loss of water.
Does fat associated with skin prevent water loss?
No, fat associated with skin prevents heat loss. Keratin and sebum associated with skin prevent water loss.
The skin keeps bacteria out and reduces what?
The skin acts as a water tight layer and prevents excessive water loss.
What is the protein that reduce water loss at the skin surface?
Keratin
What functions as a protective covering that resists harmful substances and organisms and prevents extreme water loss?
Skin, or the integumentary system, acts as a protective covering that prevents the entry of harmful substances and organs, and prevents extreme water loss.
Does melanin helps prevent water loss?
No. It gives color to the skin and protection to the effects of UV-radiation put off by the sun. The skin itself prevents water loss, especially the epidermis (upper layer).
Does water loss have a function on the skin?
make your skin dry
Is skin impermeable to water carbohydrates fat and protein?
No
Does it have any affect on your skin?
It prevents dry skin by dechlorinating the water. It is even safe for babies! It will give you healthier looking skin.
How does skin keep you alive?
First and foremost, skin keeps the inside inside. It protects us from the elements, it is the first line of defense for our organs. Skin, being the largest organ or the human body, regulates heat...maintaining hoeostasis, prevents loss of moisture, and is quite water and wind proof.
What is a adaptation of jojoba plant?
The Jojoba plant adapts in the desert by its leaves. When it rains the leaves grow thicker because of the amount of water. But when there's drought the leaves become thinner to prevent water loss
How are desert organisms adapted to the dry climate of a desert?
Desert animals have adapted to the desert climate with their tough, scaly skin that prevents water loss and protects them from extreme heat in the day & freezing temperatures at night.
